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Four young men at the East Mesa Youth Detention Facility spent three months learning automotive repair using virtual reality. This week, they stepped into a real garage to use those skills alongside County mechanics and help maintain County vehicles.
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County Probation’s partnership with Southwestern College (SWC) is opening new doors for young people at the East Mesa Juvenile Detention Facility (EMJDF). Through the Rising Scholars Program, youth are gaining access to college courses, support services and opportunities to connect with peers and professionals across the state.
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San Diego County Probation knows it can be difficult when youth and their families can’t be together on special holidays. So, earlier this week, along with the San Diego County Office of Education, they served a special traditional Thanksgiving meal to families so they could share a table and celebrate together.
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Two young men who are in custody at East Mesa Juvenile Detention Facility will soon head to four-year universities after walking across the graduation stage at Southwestern College.
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County Probation and County Fire have introduced a comprehensive education and training program to help justice-involved young people at Probation. The Fuel Crew training program provides hands-on experience in vegetation and fuel management, preparing participants for careers in the fire service.
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Meet Officer Brianne Penny and Romi, the San Diego County Probation Department’s new Canine (K-9) Narcotic Detection Team.
